Dental Assistants Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,920 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.08
10th percentile $36,610
90th percentile $58,930
Employed locally 150
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,610
    25th
    $37,100
    50th (median)
    $45,920
    75th
    $47,130
    90th
    $58,930

    Top-paying metros for Dental Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $65,360
    Minnesota $64,630
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $64,600
    Rochester, MN $62,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $62,700
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,620

    Related occupations in Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,360
    Nursing Assistants $40,830
    Medical Assistants $40,940
    Physical Therapist Assistants $66,300
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,150
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $39,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $22.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.68 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 2.9% below the national median of $47,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dental Assistants in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $36,610 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,100.